In Monolith's The Matrix Online, which entered full commercial service yesterday, players can take part in the continuation of the film trilogy, picking up after the end of the third chapter, The Matrix Revolutions. A fragile state of truce exists among the humans of Zion, the Machines and the Exile programs led by the Merovingian. In this uneasy environment, there are certainly many ways for those who recognize what's real to help determine how the future will unfold, and a small group or perhaps even a single person might be able to influence the delicate balance of power. Of course, such individuals would have to be out of the ordinary. As to how to stand out, the game's exceptionally flexible skill system allows for tremendous latitude. Thanks to the team, we're able to see five intriguingly divers character development possibilities.